Finding aid for the USC Helenes scrapbooks and realia
5015
Finding aid prepared by Sue Luftschein
USC Libraries Special Collections
Doheny Memorial Library 206
3550 Trousdale Parkway
Los Angeles, California, 90089-0189
213-740-5900
specol@usc.edu
2012 March
Title: USC Helenes scrapbooks and realia
Collection number: 5015
Contributing Institution:
USC Libraries Special Collections
Language of Material:
English
Physical Description:
5.39 Linear feet
1 time capsule, 2 flat boxes, 1 document box
Date (inclusive): 2006-2011
Abstract: This collection includes scrapbooks, a 2006 time capsule, and branded clothing from the USC Helenes service organization.
creator:
USC Helenes.
Conditions Governing Use
All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the University Archivist.
Permission for publication is given on behalf of Special Collections as the owner of the physical items and is not intended
to include or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained.
Preferred Citation
[Box/folder# or item name], USC Helenes scrapbooks and realia, Collection no. 5015, University Archives, Special Collections,
USC Libraries, University of Southern California
Conditions Governing Access
COLLECTION STORED OFF-SITE. Advance notice required for access.
Historical note
The USC Helenes is the oldest women's service organization at USC. Arabella De Oliviera established the USC Helenes in 1921
as an all-female service organization; at that time they represented the University as the "Official Hostesses of USC". Originally
called the Amazons, membership was reserved for upper classmen. The lower classmen involved were divided into two groups:
the Chimes and the Spurs. When the Amazons changed their name in 1969 to the "Helenes," the three separate branches became
one unified organization. The name change was implemented to align with the Trojan theme of the University and was inspired
by the iconic Helen of Troy. The Helenes engage in service for both the University and the surrounding Los Angeles community.
Scope and Content
The USC Helenes scrapbooks and realia consist of 4 scrapbooks, a time capsule, a quilt, and branded clothing (4 t-shirts and
a jacket). The scrapbooks document Helenes activities (including the Annual Mother Daughter Tea, themed parties and events,
membership activities) and participation in USC and community activities (including the Los Angeles Marathon, Swim with Mike,
Los Angeles Food Bank).
Acquisition
Donated by the USC Helenes, October 2011.
Subjects and Indexing Terms
University of Southern California. -- Archives
University of Southern California. -- History
University of Southern California. -- Students
USC Helenes.
USC Helenes. -- Archives
Clothing
Scrapbooks
Service learning--California--Los Angeles--Archival resources
Student volunteers in social service--California--Los Angeles--Archives
Box 1
Scrapbook
2006 Fall-2007 Spring
Box 1
Scrapbook
2007 Spring-2008 Fall
Box 1
Meeting agenda and notes, photograph, logo drawings
2009 and undated
Box 3
Fight Cancer quilt
circa 2009
Box 3
T-shirts and jacket
circa 2009
